Little Tadpole sees no good in growing legs. He would rather swim and play with the other tadpoles. Aunt Salamander, Cousin Newt, an old prawn, and older frogs tell him to be patient and that he will learn what to do with his legs. Still, he does not want to grow up. When a sneaky water snake al most catches him, his legs react naturally, and he springs out of the pond to safety. He discovers an amazing new world outside the water. Soft blue and green underwater scenes further depict Tad’s transformation . mjw

Originally published as Paul Quappe in German by Minedition/Michael Neugebauer Germany, in 2007. Translated by Charise Myngheer.

The acclaimed creator of Brick by Brick, and Peekaboo tells the story of a little creature who is having a hard time growing up. Little Tadpole is going through some big changes in his early life. For one thing, he's sad when he learns he is losing his tail. Instead, he's growing strange new legs that he doesn't know what to do with. The older frogs tell him to be patient, but it's hard when everything's changing around you. Then one day he finds himself face to face with a sneaky watersnake, and he learns just how useful his new legs can be. In the process, he discovers a beautiful new world outside the water. This is a funny, endearing look at what it means to grow up.